The International AIDS Society (IAS) has recently appointed a new president, Dr. Beatriz Greenstein. Dr. Greenstein, an infectious disease physician from Rio de Janeiro, has dedicated over 30 years to advancing HIV prevention and treatment. In ...

We’re taking you to the bustling Malaba border where travelers are facing new and stringent health screenings. As mpox—formerly known as monkeypox—raises concerns across the continent, Uganda has intensified its border controls to combat this e...

With over 300 traders and a monthly influx of additional vendors, the market’s two aging pit latrines are woefully inadequate, leading to long queues and unsanitary conditions. The vendors have long voiced their concerns, highlighting the risks...

Today, August 20th, we’re marking #WorldMosquitoDay, a crucial day dedicated to raising awareness about one of the planet’s most dangerous creatures—mosquitoes. Known for transmitting deadly diseases like malaria, dengue, chikungunya, and more,...

As Uganda observes World Mosquito Day, we assess the effects of malaria on Hoima's communities and discuss the crucial steps needed to combat this silent crisis.